I made a delicious recipe using SPLENDA® Sweeteners as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. Celebrate summer with a fresh cherry and mint drink. These Cherry Mint Mocktails are sweet, tangy, bubbly and family friendly! Fresh, sweet cherries are almost always a highlight of my summer. My kids jump for joy likes it’s Christmas when […]
Garland’s Oak Creek Lodge in Sedona AZ
My husband and I recently spent some time at Garland’s Oak Creek Lodge in Sedona, AZ as their guests. We spent time with the new owners, the former owner, and the amazing gardeners. Garland’s Lodge Sold Update: After our visit Garland’s Lodge sold and is now Orchard Canyon on Oak Creek. It’s very much the same […]
Dr Pepper Vanilla Float Cake
Crazy cake that requires no eggs or oil…this Dr Pepper Vanilla Float Cake tastes like a float but has sort of a praline-like flavor too. It’s gluten free and vegan and totally divine! I don’t think I’ve made a cake any easier than this one. It’s seriously insane and couldn’t be any simpler. No eggs, […]
Giant Fair-Style Turkey Legs
Sweet and spicy…these Giant Fair-Style Turkey Legs are even better than the fair and will put a smile on kids’ faces everywhere. Every year we go to the Renaissance Festival and my daughter freaks out over the giant turkey legs. She absolutely loves them…they are a special treat for her. In fact, we recently had […]
Sweet Onion & Goat Cheese Tarts
I made a delicious recipe using SPLENDA® Sweeteners as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. These Sweet Onion & Goat Cheese Tarts are easy and delicious. They make a perfect appetizer. I love having family and friends over for supper all the time. I just really enjoy a simple dinner party and find joy in […]
Ultimate Inside Out Movie Party Guide
Disney’s Inside Out is such a popular movie and kids are still begging for all the Inside Out merchandise and even asked for a party! So, I created the Ultimate Inside Out Movie Party Guide to help in my party planning. Ultimate Inside Out Movie Party Guide All the desserts you need for your Inside […]
Triple Citrus Chicken
Triple Citrus Chicken is light and refreshing with tons of garlicy citrus flavor. I love making it on the grill! It’s so delicious, be sure you make lots of extra for meal use throughout the week. As a child, I really didn’t like chicken. I’m not sure what about it I didn’t like, but I […]
Breakfast Recipes with Eggs
No matter how you choose to cook your eggs, these Breakfast Recipes with Eggs are an egg-cellent choice to start your day. Breakfast Recipes with Eggs Several years ago, I went to a farm as part of a playdate with friends. To everyone’s surprise, including mine, I went back home with a couple of cute, […]
4th of July Desserts
Don’t let dessert stand in the way of festive 4th of July party. These 25 No Fail 4th of July Desserts are just what you need for a no hassle and fun party! All the desserts are super easy, festive, many are an iconic Red, White, & Blue dessert. Your party goers will love the sweet […]
The Elvis Burger
Bacon isn’t just for breakfast anymore! It’s the perfect addition to lunch or supper or my new burger…The Elvis Burger! Topped with all of Elvis’ favorite things like peanut butter, bananas, and of course bacon. This burger totally works…you are gonna have to trust me on this one. It is down right finger-lickin’ good! I’m […]
Homemade Thousand Island Dressing
I love making my own salad dressings and this Homemade Thousand Island Dressing is no exception. It is perfect in every way! Whether you call it Russian Dressing, 1000 Island, or Thousand Island….you won’t ever feel the need to by store bought again. You could really use this dressing on any of your favorite salads […]
Marinated Asparagus
Marinated Asparagus is best served cold or at room temperature, so it’s perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer! The asparagus is perfectly seasoned with the help of a herbed lemon sauce that is to-die-for! I’d have to say this is my new favorite way to eat and serve asparagus. It is a little tangy from […]